Cian O'Callaghan
Ceist:173. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on the increases that are due to the CIÉ pension scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40506/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 18 June 2026
Ceisteanna (173, 182)
Mairéad Farrell
Ceist:182. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Transport his Department’s role in progressing the 5% increase to CIÉ group pensions which was agreed in May 2025; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40818/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
I propose to take Questions Nos. 173 and 182 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. As a commercial semi-state body, Córas Iompair Éireann (CIÉ) are responsible for the provision of pension schemes for their employees.
Following on from the constructive and collaborative approach of the Trade Union Group and CIÉ management in reaching agreement on a pathway forward as of May 2025, my Department are currently engaging with CIÉ as well as financial advisors at NewERA, the Pensions Authority and the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Services, Reform and Digitalisation on the next steps in progressing the agreement and bringing CIÉ pensions onto a more stable footing for the benefit of active, and retired scheme members.
Both I, as Minister for Transport and the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Services, Reform and Digitalisation gave Ministerial Consents in early June to progress the agreement to the next step. My Department and all relevant stakeholders are endeavouring to progress these matters at the earliest, keeping in line with the appropriate processes, and compliance with all applicable requirements, which are now at an advanced stage.